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North Queensland Interschools Showjumping
Published on 15.07.2011 in Sponsored Shows
Moondarga Horse & Pony Club Inc will be the proud hosts of the 2011 North Queensland Interschools Showjumping Competition, being held on 12 August at Kelso, North Queensland.... Jump on Board for the Ride of Your Life!
Published on 15.07.2011 in General
The Australian Trick Riding Association Inc. (ATRA) is the newest, most exciting equine organisation to explode into the Australian equine Industry. It is the only organisation of its kind dedicated to this unique equine sport.... New Zealand Eventers to Take on the Best in the World
Published on 15.07.2011 in General
New Zealand's top eventers are doing battle against the best in the world at the prestigious Aachen International Festival in Germany this evening (Fri NZ time). In a rare opportunity to compete as a team, World Equestrian Games bronze medallist Andrew Nicholson aboard Nereo spearheads the Kiwis alongside Jonathan Paget on Clifton Promise, Caroline Powell on her 2010 Burghley winner Lenamore, Clarke Johnstone on Orient Express and newcomer Jonelle Richards on Flintstar.... Hendra Virus Claims another Horse in NSW
Published on 14.07.2011 in Health
The hendra virus has claimed another horse's life. The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries says a second horse has been euthanased at a property at Wollongbar, near Lismore in the state's north. The animal had been kept in the same paddock as another horse which succumbed to the disease late last month. The property is still under quarantine. A vet with the department, Ian Roth, says the infection was not a great surprise. "It's not really unexpected because those two horses were companions," Mr Roth said....
Horsezone Reviews: Ambassadors on Horseback
Published on 14.07.2011 in Reviews
'Ambassadors on Horseback - The Irish Army Equitation School' is an immaculately researched and beautifully presented book that provides detailed information and stunning photos on the history of the esteemed Irish Army Equitation School.... Exell Takes Early Lead at Aachen
Published on 14.07.2011 in General
Competition ramped up at the CHIO, World Equestrian Festival in Aachen today, with World Driving Champion Boyd Exell of Australia taking an early lead after the Dressage phase today. Exell, the 2010 CHIO winner, was in good form today finishing on 35.97penalty points ahead of USA’s Chester Weber (37.25) and Netherland’s Ijsbrand Chardon (37.76).... World Equestrian Festival, CHIO Aachen Gets Underway
Published on 14.07.2011 in General
More than 380 riders from around the world have gathered in Aachen, Germany for the 2011 World Equestrian Festival, CHIO. One of the most prestigious Equestrian competitions in the world, more than 25 countries will be represented across the week of festivities across five disciplines – Jumping, Dressage, Eventing, Driving and Vaulting.... Runaway Horse Caught by Speed Camera!
Published on 14.07.2011 in General
A runaway horse, who had escaped from his paddock near the busy town of Meppen in Germany, galloped along a main road and triggered a speed camera before being caught, thankfully unhurt, by his relieved owner! Police said they were shocked to find the picture of the horse on the speed camera when they were going through the monthly fines. ...
36 Horses to be Assessed for Hendra at Kuranda Property
Published on 14.07.2011 in Health
Biosecurity Queensland and Queensland Health officers are working at the Kuranda property again today after a Hendra virus infection was confirmed yesterday afternoon. Queensland Chief Veterinary Officer Dr Rick Symons said officers were further assessing this situation - at this stage we understand there are 36 horses on the property. "These officers will continue to work with the owners today to assess these animals and to trace their contact with any other horses."...
Feeding Mares in the Final Stages of Pregnancy
Published on 14.07.2011 in General
The last trimester of pregnancy in the horse sees the foetus increase in size by around 75%, with massive deposits of protein and minerals being made to put together the musculoskeletal structure of the soon to be born foal. While mares appear to be able to reproduce even under the harshest conditions, careful nutritional management of the late pregnant mare will give you the best chance of having strong, well grown foals that grow well in a structurally sound manner during the critical first year of their life.... 
